Nearby Cities

Lewisville (18.9 mi)

Nearby Zip Codes

75057 (1) (18.57 mi)
75010 (2) (22.48 mi)
75093 (1) (24.77 mi)
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  • Kunle ILUYOMADE, MD
    400 Points

    Kunle ILUYOMADE, MD

    NORTH TEXAS PULMONARY CRITICAL CARE
    Distance: 18.9 mi
    475 W ELM ST
    #203
    LEWISVILLE, TX 75057
  • Joseph V Surdacki, MD 50 Points

    Joseph V Surdacki, MD

    Pulmonary Associates of North Dallas
    Distance: 26.82 mi
    3032 E. Hebron Pkwy. Suite 101
    CARROLLTON, TX 75010
  • James P Loftin, MD 10 Points

    James P Loftin, MD

    Distance: 26.82 mi
    4333 N JOSEY LN STE 203
    CARROLLTON, TX 75010
  • Timothy Betz, MD 180 Points

    Timothy Betz, MD

    Distance: 29.29 mi
    6100 Windcom Ct.
    Suite 102
    Plano, TX 75093

Nearby Cities

Lewisville (18.9 mi)

Pulmonologist Info

Pulmonologist Summary:
A Pulmonologist is an internal medicine physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions and diseases of the cardio-pulmonary system. A Pulmonologist treats any part of the body that is involved in the breathing process and bringing oxygen into and out of the body.

Education and training: A Pulmonologist is required to finish four years of medical school followed by three years in a residency program. Another two years in direct contact with patients must then be completed. Once this is done, an Internal Medical Board Certification exam must be passed.


Pulmonologist FAQs:
What is a Pulmonologist?
A Pulmonologist is a physician who has been trained to treat the lungs and diseases associated with the respiratory tract. A Pulmonologist can work in a hospital, clinic, or in private practice.

When would one need to see a Pulmonologist?
A Pulmonologist treats asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, pneumonia, lung cancer and other respiratory conditions.

What types of procedures does a Pulmonologist perform?
A Pulmonologist can run tests on the lungs and prescribe medications and equipment such as oxygen and ventilators.

What are the different types of lung cancer?
There are 3 kinds of lung cancer:
Non-small cell lung cancer: This is the most common type of cancer that originates in the lungs
Small cell lung cancer: This is a more aggressive form of cancer, but it responds better to chemotherapy and radiation than non-small cell lung cancer. It is the most common kind of caner found in smokers and ex-smokers.
Metastasized cancer: Cancer that has spread from other parts of the body to the lungs.


Pulmonologist Related Terms:
lungs, lung disease, lung cancer, pulmonology, breathing, breathing problems, lung cancer, pulmonary system, asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, pleurisy, sleep apnea, sleep studies, allergies